India /Tamil Nadu / Krishnagiri /Krishnagiri

Krishnagiri is a small city that is located in the Krishnagiri District in the State of Tamil Nadu. It is an extremely fertile region and mainly known for its agriculture. Krishnagiri is generally believed to be the origin place of mangoes. Krishnagiri is located around 90 km South of and around 45 km from. The Krishnagiri Dam is one of the leading attractions in the place and it is currently being expanded. Krishnagiri is one of the oldest inhabited areas in the country. There are many archeological sites that can be found in the area. Many of them date back to the Neolithic, Monolithic and Paleolithic ages. There are many cave and rock paintings that can be seen in the area and they date back to the Indus Valley civilizations. Evidence of inhabitation during the Iron Age has also been found in Krishnagiri. Krishnagiri was ruled by the Chola Kings and Kongu Nadu Kings. Their influences can be found even today in Krishnagiri. Krishnagiri has been ruled by many other dynasties such as Cholas, Pandyas, Cheras, Nulambas and Bijapur empires. The ancient fort that is located in Krishnagiri pays tribute to the architectural brilliance of these rulers. There are many temples and other sites that are found in the region as well.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 635001

STD Code: 4343

Info Website: http://www.krishnagiri.tn.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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Krishnagiri fort and the surrounding areas came under the rule of Hoysalas, Chattrapathi sivaji, Nawab of cuddapah, Wodeyars of mysore, Bijapur sultan and Aurangzeb one after the other.Krishnagiri was ruled by Hyder ali and Tipu sultan of Mysore in the 18th century. The krishnagiri fort was under their control. In 1768 this fort came under british control for a short period of time. But Hyder Ali retained the krishnagiri fort with him shortly after war with british. At the end of Third Anglo-Mysore war, by the Treaty of Srirangapatna in 1792 the krishnagiri fort & the surrounding areas then called as Barah mahal(Barah mahal means twelve forts, the surrounding areas has twelve forts) was surrendered to the british forever.

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By Air : The nearest international airport is located at Bangalore. There are frequent buses that are available from Bangalore to Krishnagiri. Most buses that travel to Chennai travel through Krishnagiri. Private taxis and prepaid taxis are available from the Bangalore airport. Taxis cost around Rs 800 and government buses cost around Rs 50.

By Train : The nearest railway station is located at Hosur. Trains that travel to Chennai pass through this route and there are many options to choose from. Hosur is situated around 45 km from Krishnagiri. Taxis are available from the Hosur railway station.

By BUS : Both government buses and private buses connect Krishnagiri to Bangalore and Chennai. Many buses stop at Krishnagiri while travelling along the Hosur-Chennai route. Government buses are cheap and crowded. They are not a comfortable way to travel. Private buses have the option of A/C as well and they are the better option.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Alps Residency ; Bangalore Bye Pass Road, Near Toll Plaza, Asian Highway 43, Kothapetta, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001. ; Ph – 082 20 019594 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Annapurna Hotel ; Bangalore Rd, New Pet, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• RKV Residency ; Near New Bus Stand, Bangalore Road, Bangalore Rd, Veerappa Nagar, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001. ; Ph – 04343 233 912 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Alps Residency ; Bangalore Bye Pass Road, Near Toll Plaza, Asian Highway 43, Kothapetta, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001. ; Ph – 082 20 019594 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Annapurna Hotel ; Bangalore Rd, New Pet, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• RKV Residency ; Near New Bus Stand, Bangalore Road, Bangalore Rd, Veerappa Nagar, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001. ; Ph – 04343 233 912 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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• Surya Bhavan ;  Near Bus Stand Opp, Krishnagiri, Krishnagiri H O, KRISHNAGIRI – 635001 ; M –  (04343) 236238 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Ars Vasavi Cafe A/C ;  No 4, Near Royakota Fly Over, Royakota Road, Krishnagiri H O, Krishnagiri – 635001 ; M –  (04343) 232093 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Pongal ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  One of the most awaited events in Krishnagiri and all over the state, Pongal is celebrated with great passion and vigor. The term Pongal signifies sweet dish of rice which is eaten on the Pongal festival day. Jaggery, Cardamom and cashew nuts are also included in this dish for the celebration. The local people dedicate this dish to God Surya, also known as The Sun God. It is one of the most imperative and well known festivals held in the month of mid January every year.

Mango Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Mango festival is an amazing festival of Krishnagiri and is marked with the sellers and buyers meeting each other with different varieties of mangoes. It is held in the month of June and is celebrated for 3 days.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Krishnagiri is a major tourist city in India.

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India /Andhra Pradesh /Visakhapatnam / Kailasagiri hill

Kailasagiri is located on a hilltop and is a must to visiting place for all people visiting Vishakhapatnam. It is one of the prominent hill top parks with panoramic sea view on the East Coast. This has developed as an attractive picnic spot, with the seven different beautiful view points to enjoy the serene atomosphere and scenic beauty. Greenery and Fresh Breeze from one side and the beautiful hills round there give a pleasant feeling. Some of the important points are Shiva Parvathi Statue, Shanku Chakra Naama, Floral Clock,J ungle Trails, Food Courts, 7 Wonders of Vizag, Shiva Temple, Titanic View Point, Shanti Ashram, View Points, Art Gallery, Road Train, Gliding Base Point, Children Play Park, Conference Hall, Telescopic Point. Kailasagiri is a favorite location among the filmmakers all over India. The major attraction of the park is Lord Shiva Parvathi statue. The idol of Lord Shiva a top the hill stands tall at a height of 40 ft. The floral clock one of the biggest of India with a diameter of 10 ft. The floral clock gives an artistic impression on the lush green patches on the backdrop of the Shiva Parvathi statue. It stands as a land mark and attracting huge crowds.

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Category : Nature

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 530017

STD Code: N.A.

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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By Air : The Nearest airport Visakhapatnam Airport is located 7 km from the city. It is a domestic airport and has daily flights from Hyderabad and Delhi and also flights from Calcutta and Chennai, but they are less frequent.

By Train : Nearest Visakhapatnam Junction is on the main broad gauge railway line from Calcutta to Chennai that runs along the coast. There are many connections available from other parts of the country including Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata and Vijayawada.

By BUS : Local transportation is available in the form of buses, cycle rickshaws, autos and taxis. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation operates buses in and around the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• SBT Hotels ; NH-5 Road, Old Gajuwaka, Near RK Hospital, Vishakapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 530026. ; Ph – 0891-6514466 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Supreme ; Collector Office Down, Near Coastal Battery, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530002. ; Ph – 0891 278 2472 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Four Points by Sherton ; Waltair Uplands, Ram Nagar, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530002. ; Ph – 0891 305 1111 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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• Jupiter Cusine ;  D.No:11-3-6, Opposite To Governor Bungalow, Gangapur Layout, 1, Siripuram, Paanduranga Puram, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530002 ; M –  088 86 009180 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisines.

• Akshaya Restaurant ;  Opp to DRM office, next to Manikanta sweets, waltair Station road, Dondaparthi, Dondaparithy, Mahaarajupeta, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530016 ; M –  0891 259 8111 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisines.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Kailasagiri hill is a major tourist city in India.

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India /Haryana /Mahendragarh /Narnaul

Narnaul is an old city which dates back to the time of the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The old town has many ancient buildings and temples that have tested the sands of time. The Dhosi hill which is located around 8 km from the city is famous for being the origin of the famous Chyavanprash which is health product that is widely manufactured today. Naranul is home to many tombs and historical sites that date back to the Mughal dynasty as well as the Rajput dynasty. The princes of Jaipur and Patiala also ruled the city after the fall of the Mughal Dynasty. Some of the interesting sites around the area are Tomb of Pir Turkman, Jal Mahal, Chor Gumbad, Tomb of Ibrahim Khan Sur, Chatta Rai Bal Mukund Das, Modawala Mandir, Tripolia Gateway, Chamunda Devi Mandir, Khalde Wale Hanumanji, Modawala Mandir, and many other old buildings and palaces. There are many architectural influences in the city. Travelers can find a mix of Mughal, Rajput, Persian and British influences. Some hybrid styles are also visible in the city. Many of the buildings are still in use and most of the tombs which were built between the 12th and 16th century is still in good condition.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 12300

STD Code: 1282

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct- Mar

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Narnaul is a city, a municipal council and headquarters of Mahendragarh district in the Indian state of Haryana. It is one of the very few districts in India with the name of the district different from the name of the main town in the district. Rao Narendra Singh is the MLA from Narnaul and it is a Yadav dominated region. The distance from Gurgaon and Narnaul is only 128 km and it takes only 1 hour 30 Minutes to reach by road.

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By Train : Another option is to take the train from Delhi to Narnaul. This is a good option as tickets are cheap. However there is only one train from Delhi to Narnaul. The Chetak Express which leaves Delhi at 7.40 PM reaches Narnaul at 09.40 PM. Tickets usually cost around Rs 150 for Non A/C 2 tier compartments. Due to the lower cost trains are good ways to travel. However they are only available on three days of the week.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Soni Hotel ; State Highway 26, Kailash Nagar, Narnaul, Haryana 123001; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24Hours room service, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Vivek Hotel ; State Highway 26, Kailash Nagar, Narnaul, Haryana 123001 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24Hours room service, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Sun Plaza ; Stat Highway No.26, Sun Plaza Mall, Second Floor, Near Mohini Theatre, State Highway 26, Maharana Partap Nagar, Narnaul, Haryana 123001 ; Ph – 01282 252 300 ; Facilities – 24Hours room service, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Rao Estate ; 1, State Highway 17, Near BSNL Telephone Exchange, Mahavir Chowk, Narnaul, Haryana 123001 ; Ph – 01282 255 200 ; Facilities – 24Hours room service, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Sheetal Restaurant ;  Adarsh Nagar Narnaul, Haryana ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Karnataka /Mysore /Nanjangud

Nanjangud is a temple town that is located in the State of Karnataka. The town which is located in the Mysore District is known for its many temples that are located along the banks of the River Kabini. Nanjangud attracts many tourists and devotees alike every year; the streets are filled with people for many months of the year irrespective of the weather conditions. The architecture of the temples and the overall charm of the place are some of the main attractions of the town. The town is also easily accessible from the main cities. The primary temple in the town of Nanjangud is dedicated to the God Shiva. There are many Shiva devotees in the nearby regions. Many of the temples are located along the river banks and they are a beautiful sight, especially in the evenings. After sunset a cool breeze can be experienced flowing in from the River Kabini. The town has been ruled by many dynasties and different influences can be seen in the town. Some of the rulers are, The Wodeyar Kings, Tipu Sultan, Hoysala Kings and Hyder Ali. The Wodeyar Kings provided finances for improving and renovating the temples. Other dynasties have also been crucial in building these temples.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 571312

STD Code: 8221

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  November to February.

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Nanjangud is a temple town in Mysore District of Karnataka. The town is known for its many temples that are located along the banks of the River Kabini. Nanjangud attracts many tourists and devotees every year. The architecture of the temples and the overall beauty of the place are some of the main attractions of the town.

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By Air : The nearest airport is the one at Bangalore. Alternatively one can use the airports at Coimbatore or Calicut for reaching Nanjangud.

By Train : Nanjangud has a main railway line that runs from Mysore. There are frequent train services from other parts of the State as well. Tickets from Mysore are cheap and travelling by train is a comfortable and affordable option. Tickets cost around Rs 100 for 2 tier non A/C compartments.

By Bus : There are government buses that ply from Mysore and Bangalore. They are a quick and inexpensive option. Tickets costs between Rs 100 and 150. Government buses may however be crowded and they are not very comfortable.

By Taxi : There are private taxis and prepaid taxis that are available from the Bangalore airport. They usually charge around Rs 1500 reach the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Surabhi ; National Highway 212, Nanjangud, Karnataka ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Guruprasad ; Mahatma Gandhi Shatabdi Rd, Nanjangud, Karnataka 571301 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Ramprakash ; Mahatma Gandhi Shatabdi Rd, Nanjangud. ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Sri Vishnu Bhavan ; NH 212 Apollo Circle Kozhikode-Mysore-Kollegal Hwy, Nanjangud, ; Ph – 082 21 226754 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Hotel Ramprakash ;  Mahatma Gandhi Shatabdi Rd, Nanjangud, Karnataka 571301 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Hotel Sri Vishnu Bhavan ;  NH 212 Apollo Circle, Kozhikode-Mysore-Kollegal Hwy, Nanjangud, Karnataka 571301 ; M –  082 21 226754 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Karnataka /Chikkaballapur /Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills, also known as Nandidurga, are small hillocks near Bangalore. It is located 65 km from Bangalore and 1,478 meters above the sea level. It was the summer resort of Tipu Sultan. This hill station is a famous tourist spot because it is blessed with pleasant climate throughout the year. Before being conquered by the British forces under Lord Cornwallis, Nandi Hills was a Mysore Fort. It was captured by the British in the year 1791. The hill has been named after the beautiful statue of Nandi, the bull. This bull guards the outside of the Yoganandeeshwara temple. Yoganandeeshwara Temple is the dwelling of Shiva the austere on the top of the hills and this temple was built by the Cholas. This antediluvian temple also has a dedication in the name of Sambhaji who was the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji. The flora of the hills is distinctive of high hills. Besides Coffea Arabica, there are some more aboriginal species. Eucalyptus is grown inside the fort which is an exotic plant. The forest around the hills acts as a substratum for the condensation of clouds and this is the reason that most of the trees are covered with water in the mornings. Many species of birds and animals can also be seen in the hills.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 562101

STD Code: 8156

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Nandi Hills The beautiful and historic Nandi Hills, popularly known as Nandi Betta or Nandi Durga for the locals and the people of Karnataka .Nandi Hills got its name from the ancient Dravidian temple dedicated to the Nandi Bull statue that’s located here, and Nandi is believed to be the mount of Lord Shiva. There are actually two Nandi Temples here, one is in the village at the foot hills and the other is at the top of the hill.Nandi Hills was earlier known as Ananda Giri during the reign of the Cholas, which stands for the ‘Hill of Happiness’. As per folklore, the name might have originated with the visit of Yoga Nandeeshwara who also conducted penance here. As per another belief, the resemblance of the hills to the sleeping Nandi Bull gave the name to this place.

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By Air : The nearest airport is Bangalore international airport. It is about 58 km away from Nandi Hills. Taxis are available in the airport and fare is about Rs 1,200 from airport to Nandi hills. From Bangalore airport one can travel to all the major cities in India and many cities abroad.

By Train : Nearest railway station is Chikkaballapur, which is situated at a distance of 9 km away from Nandi Hills. Taxi charge from railway station to Nandi Hills costs about Rs 200. Nearest major rail junction is Bangalore, which is well connected all the other cities in India. There is a regular train service from Chikkaballapur to Bangalore.

By Bus : Government Transport buses carries out frequent services from cities like Nandigrama, Bangalore and Chikkaballapur to Nandi Hills. Deluxe bus services are available from Bangalore to Nandi Hills and it costs about Rs 200 per head.

By Taxi : Taxis are another preferred mode of transport from the base of the hill. They charge around Rs 300. It is advisable to hire taxis from nearby cities and use this for local transport around the place.

By Other : You can opt for auto rickshaws in order to travel to the top part of the Nandi Hills from the base of the hill. Auto rickshaws will charge you around Rs 100 in order to take you up to the highest point of the hill. Traveling through an auto rickshaw is an easy and comfortable option and you can opt for this mode of travel during night time. Night fares will be applicable in this region. However auto rickshaws are slow and they take much longer to reach the place.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Discovery Village Nandi Hills ; Near Kanive Nandeeshwara Temple, Nandi Foot Hills Nandi Hills, Karnataka. ; Ph – 099 80 164442 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

KSTDC Mayura Pine Top ; Nandi Hills, Chikballapur Taluk, Kolar District, nandi hills main Rd, Nandi Hills, Karnataka 562118 ; Ph – 081 56 250906 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Mayura Pine Top Restaurant ;  Nandi Hills, Karnataka 562103
  ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

The otherwise arid landscape of Lonavalva comes to life during the monsoons when the cloud pours their love on the city blessing it with waterfalls, lakes and gives life to the emerald shrubs and plants. Located stone’s throw awat from Mumbai and Pune, the best and only good time to visit the hamlet is during the monsoons. Besides the various sight seeing points and historical forts, the city also is famous for offering lip smacking ‘Chikki’. Shopping for various varieties of Chikki is an important activity not to be missed. Best Season to visit Lonavala is all through the year, except perhaps May. October to March is ideal for sight seeing. April is bit warm, but suitable for outings. June to September offers grandeur views of natural beauty of Lonavala in showers and is the best time to visit the majestic beauty of waterfalls.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 410401

STD Code: 2114

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

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Lonavla About this sound pronunciation or Lonavala is a town and a hill station in Pune district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Inspiring beauty and a rich historical past has made Lonavala a very popular tourist destination. With numerous scenic lakes, archaic caves and grand forts, the city attracts tourists from all over the country. Adventure seekers, nature lovers, historical buffs, the town offers something to everyone.

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By Air : The nearest airport is Pune airport, which is at distance of 64 km from Lonavala town. Pune is connected to Mumbai, Goa and Bangalore by air. Major international airport near to Lonavala is Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International airport. This is at a distance of 100 km away from Lonavala. Tourist taxis cost about Rs 2,000 to Mumbai and Rs 1,500 to Pune from Lonavala.

By Train : Lonavala railway station lies in the main railway line between Mumbai and Pune. Many express trains between Mumbai and Pune stops here. Lonavala is connected to all major railheads through Mumbai and Pune.

By Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune. They charge about Rs 4 per km in these A/C luxury buses.

By Taxi : You can also opt for taxis in Lonavala and these will be available from all the major parts of the city, including the bus stand and the railway station. Taxis in Lonavala do not have any meter and tourists need to fix the rates before availing the taxi.

By Other : Auto rickshaws in the town of Lonavala do not run on meter. You should learn about all the rates for local travel beforehand in order to make sure that you are not taken for a ride. Auto rickshaws in Lonavala do not have any special night fares either, and they can be a good option for night time travel. The fare and rates are fixed. They can cost you anywhere around Rs 100 to 200 for a short trip.Rented Bicycle.The best way to travel around Lonavala would however be to rent out a bicycle for around Rs 120 a day and cycle around the serene surroundings, taking in the mountain air.

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Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Avion Holiday Resort ; Amberwadi Rd, Gavliwada, Lonavala, Maharashtra 410401 ; Ph – 02114 272 755 ; Facilities – Room Service

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• The Lagoona Resort ; S No. 55, Tungarli, Lonavala Gold Valley Sector D, Gold Valley, Lonavala, Maharashtra; Ph – 02114 271 788 ; Facilities – Room Service

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Fariyas Resort ; Tungarli, Frichley Hills Road, Lonavala, Maharashtra 410401 ; Ph – 02114 273 852 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Hotel RamaKrishna ;  Mumbai – Pune Road, Lonavala, Maharashtra
  ; M –  91-2114-273600 ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Fusion ;  Frichley Hills Tungarli Lonavala 410401 Maharashtra ; M –  91-2114-273852
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India /Maharashtra /Buldhana /Lonar

The town of Lonar is one of the most important tourist destinations in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The town is famous among both tourists and pilgrims alike, because of the presence of an ancient temple and a beautiful lake in its region. The town of Lonar is located in the Buldhana district, which is in the Vidharba region in Maharashtra. Tourists flock to the town of Lonar from all over the country in order to visit the Lonar , which is the main tourist attraction in the entire region. This crater in Lonar is a natural structure, and was formed due to the collision of a meteorite on the surface of the region around 52,000 years ago. The crater is surrounded by lush greenery on all sides, with many trees springing up around the region. This crater in the town of Lonar is a major tourist attraction not just because of the lake that now stands in the place of the crater but also due to the many species of birds and other animals residing around the lake. You can spot many peacocks, ducks, red-wattled lapwings and owls in the forests surrounding the lake. You can also visit the Daitya Sudan temple in the town of Lonar, which is a pilgrim hotspot.

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Category : Lake

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 443302

STD Code: 7260

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Lonar is a town and a municipal council in Buldhana district of the division of Buldhana of the region of Vidarbha in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a taluka of the district of Buldhana and is located near Mehkar. It is an important place in Buldhana district and is famous for Lonar crater and Lonar Lake. Lonar is an extremely beautiful place. The place also has an importance of its own as it has the only lake in India that is created out of hypervelocity meteorite impact. The crater that is formed because of the impact is the third largest crater lake in the world.

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By Air : Nearest airport is Aurangabad, 122 kms.

By Train : The nearest railhead is Jalna, 90 Km away, and this railway station comes under the Hyderabad – Manmad railway line. You will get regular trains to destinations like Mumbai, Pune, Nasik, Erode, Madurai, Nagpur, Bhopal and Delhi here. Train fares for the basic class of travel will range around Rs 200 to 400.

By Bus : Marashtra State Road Transport buses are available. Mumbai-Aurangabad-Jalna-Lonar: 600 Km; Buldhana-Lonar: 95 Km; Mehakar-Lonar: 23 Km; Aurangabad-Lonar: 145 Km.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

MTDC Resort Lonar ; Maharashtra State Highway 171, Patel Nagar Lonar, Maharashtra. ; Ph – 022 2284 5678 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Hotel Ashoka Restaurant ;  Maharashtra State Highway 171, Patel Nagar, Lonar, Maharashtra 443302 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Hotel Raviraj Wine Bar ;  Mehakar Road, Near Bharat Petrol Pamp, Lonar, Manatha Rd, Maharashtra 443302 ; M –  093 72 793685 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Maharashtra /Pune /Junnar

Junnar is a city that is located in the Pune District of the state of Maharashtra. This is a historical city and there are many interesting places to visit here. Shivneri Fort, which is the place of birth of the Chatrapathi Shivaji, who was a Maratha Chieftain, is also located nearby. The fort is an extremely popular place among the locals. Junnar is known for many Ganesh decorations, during the festival season. The decorations in the place are often compared with Pune and Mumbai. Junnar is surrounded by greenery on all sides and there are many picnic spots that are located in and around the city. Some of the main sites are the Manikdoh and Vadaj. There are a few dams that are located in the place as well. The Naneghat Caves are also an interesting place to visit, and this location is very popular among the tourists. The place is famous for its numerous cave temples. There are around 200 of these temples that can be seen in the area. These have been cut out of individual rocks and are generally based on four main hills that can be located nearby. The Lenyadri Caves are the most famous of these and there are 30-40 cave temples in this place. Junnar experiences tropical conditions and the climate is similar to that of Pune. Summer temperatures are high and can be uncomfortable for those who are not used to the heat. The monsoon season gets certain amount of rainfall. Winters are also dry and mild and this is a good time to visit Junnar.

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Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 410502

STD Code: 2132

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

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Junnar is a city with thousands of years of history in the Pune district of the Indian state of Maharashtra.The Junnar hill, situated at a small place known as Junnar(birthplace of great Indian warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji) in Maharashtra homes a cluster of ancient Buddhist caves. Belonging to the period between 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE, the Junnar caves due to their construction and architecture, attract the tourists, Buddhists and archaeologists.

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By Air : The closest international airport is located at Mumbai and it is situated around 177 km from the place. Since the airport is well connected to all parts of the country, this is the best option if you are planning to arrive by air. Taxis charge around Rs 7 per km for the trip.

By Train : The nearest railway station is located at Pune and those who are arriving at the station can hire a taxi from the station to the city.

By Bus : Junnar is well connected to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses. Many private owned buses also provide transport service between Junnar and neighboring cities, including Mumbai and Pune.

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• Hotel Poonam ;  Bodake Nagar Junnar, Maharashtra. ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Hotel Gurudatta ;  Haran Tekadi Rd, Junnar, Maharashtra 410502 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Maharashtra /Thane /Jawhar

Jawhar in Maharashtra was a princely state ruled by Munke dynasty under the rule of British. It is placed in picturesque location with dense green trees all around and breasts many waterfalls large and small attracting thousands of tourists to its lap. Jawhar rose to fame as the natural habitat of Worli tribes and is also renowned for the traditional paintings of tribes. Historical evidences show that Chathrapathi Shivaji was camping in this place during his travels to Surat. Jawhar is beaming with many attractive locations in and around. Jai Vilas palace and Bhopatghad fort are two of such attractions nearby. The backdrops of the waterfalls with hilly ranges with full of woods a real charming view. This prime location in the tourist map of Maharashtra cannot be missed by any of the tourists looking for enjoyable vacations. Jawhar is highly enriched with natural beauties and man made marvels. Grand temples with historical importance, Lakes with serene atmosphere, dams located at naturally scenic places and imposing tourist spots like sunset point and hanuman point which offer beautiful panoramic view of the down valley are all attract the domestic and foreign tourists to Jawhar.

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Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 401603

STD Code: 2529

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Jawhar is a city and a municipal council in Thane district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is about 166 km from Mumbai and 80 km from the city of Nasik.The residential palace of the erstwhile rulers of Jawhar has 80 majestically made rooms with attractive interiors. Unspoiled and mostly unexplored waterfalls are the prominent tourist attractions in Jawhar. Dadar-Kopra falls and Palusa are the two scenic waterfalls placed perfectly amidst lush greeneries. The thundering cascade and the white gushing water are breathtaking and eye catching.

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By Air : Nearest airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 165 km from Jawhar. Mumbai (Bombay) is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad. Taxi services are the one direct travel possibility from Mumbai to Jawhar. It costs about Rs 2500.

By Train : Nearest major railway station is Mumbai (Bombay) VT railway station, which is nearly 165 km away from Jawhar. Pre-paid taxi services and bus services are available from railhead to Jawhar city. Taxi charges about Rs 2500 to cover the distance of 165 km.

By Bus : Maharastra Road Transport Corporation provides bus services between Jawhar and other cities in and around Mumbai. Mumbai to Jawhar regular bus services are available.

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India /Andhra Pradesh /Nalgonda /Nalgonda

Nalgonda is a town that is located in the Nalgonda District of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The place has been around for many centuries and evidence of Paleolithic and Neolithic sites have been found in the area. The place was ruled by the Bahamani Kingdom and it later came under the rule of the Nizam of Hyderabad. Different influences can be seen in the area as it was rule by different people at different times. The town was earlier known as Nilagiri and was later changed for official purposes. The place experiences drought like conditions. Due to the lack of water, development of the area has been affected.Many archeological sites can be seen in the area and evidence of flint and tools from the Neolithic period has been found. The place is one of the oldest inhabited areas in the region. The region was also ruled by the Pallavas for certain and they fought with the Yadavas in order to gain supremacy over the region. Nalgonda came under Muslim rule after the Bahami rulers occupied the place. It was also ruled by the Nizam of Hyderabad and the Mughal Kings. Nalgonda is also infamous for its part in the telengana rebellion.

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Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 508001

STD Code: 8682

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Nalgonda is a municipal town in the Nalgonda district of the state of Andhra Pradesh. But the popular name, Nallagonda, with which it is referred to by one and all and finds the name frequently even in “Poetry of the famous Telangana Liberation Struggle”, should be restored back in view of its history and popular usage.Today, Nalgonda is an important part of Andhra Pradesh from the point of view of tourism. The reason is that Nalgonda receives a major part of its economy from tourism since it does not have any other major business to depend upon.Some of the interesting places worth visiting at Nalgonda are Mattapalli, Pillalmari, Rajiv park, the Phanigiri Buddhist Sites, the Panagal Temple, the Nandikonda, the Lateef Sheb Dargah, the Kollanpaku Jain Temple, the Rachakonda Fort, Mellachervu, the Deverakonda Fort and the Bhuvanangiri Fort. All these places hold a lot of significance in the history of Nalgonda.

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By Air : The nearest airport is located at Hyderabad and this is the best option for those who are arriving by air.

By Train : Nalgonda station is located along the Guntur to Secunderabad line and there are a few important trains that are arriving at the station. Some of the trains that travel through the station are Vishaka Express, Hyderabad-Chennai Express, Palnad Express, Nagarjuna Express and many other trains. These are a good option as the trains are cheap. Tickets have to be booked in advance as they are always in demand.

By Bus : The road transport system is also good and there are many buses that ply regularly to and fro from Nalgonda.

By Taxi : There are private taxis and prepaid taxis that are available from the airport to Nalgonda. Prepaid taxis are the best option as they are safe and the price is fixed in advance. Taxis charge around Rs 1500 for the trip from the airport to the town of Nalgonda. The drive takes around 2 houRs and it is advisable to hire A/C caRs during the summer as the temperatures can be extremely hot.

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Nalgonda Club ; Balaji Colony Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh 508001 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, 24hours H/C running Water, Well – furnished rooms, TV, laundry, parking facility.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Haritha ; Prakasham Bazar Rd, Shanthi Nagar Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh 508001 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, 24hours H/C running Water, Well – furnished rooms, TV, laundry, parking facility.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Annapurna Hotel and Lodging ; Bus Stand Way, Rahamath Nagar, Ramgiri, Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh 508001
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Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Udipi Hotel ; Meerbagh Colony, Ravinedra Nagar, Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh 508001 ; Ph – 086 82 226688 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, 24hours H/C running Water, Well – furnished rooms, TV, laundry, parking facility.

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• Sri Venkat Ramana restaurant and bar ;  State Highway 2, Housing Board Colony Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh. ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  0

• Chutneys Restaurant ;  Opp lane NG college, Nagarjunar Colony, Nalgonda, Andhra Pradesh 508001 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  0

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Ugadi ; Venue:  Nalgonda ; Period :  March – April ; Details:  is celebrated as the New Year Day of the Telugus usually occuring in March – April (Chaitra Suddha Padyami). Ugadi festival is characterised by the reading of significant passages from the New Years Panchangam (almanac). Feasting, common to all festivals is of course there.

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